Author: Emirates Insight
Most of the crypto market is in the red, but XRP’s daily losses are worse than the rest of the larger caps. The uncertainty in the cryptocurrency markets returned in the past 12 hours or so as BTC was stopped at $104,000 and pushed south toward $100,000, a level which it managed to defend so far. Its downfall, though, dragged most altcoins with it, and XRP is in fact one of the poorest performers daily, which is rather surprising given some of the positive developments around it in recent days. So why is that? Good Ripple News Aside from…
Choosing the right legal structure for your startup is a critical decision that can impact your business’s future success. This comprehensive guide explores 18 key considerations, drawing on insights from legal and business experts to help you make an informed choice. From tax implications to growth potential and investor expectations, understanding these factors will set your startup on the path to long-term success and compliance. Craft a Comprehensive Operating Agreement Choose Structure for Long-Term Growth Legal Structure Impacts Business Credibility Private Limited Enhances Enterprise Client Trust LLC Flexibility Enables Rapid Reinvestment Adapt Legal Structure as Business Evolves C-Corp Aligns with…
Dubai International Chamber has announced strong results for the first nine months of 2025, reflecting its expanding role in driving foreign direct investment and global business engagement. Between Q1 and Q3 2025, the chamber attracted 261 companies to Dubai, marking a 65 per cent increase from the 158 companies recorded during the same period in 2024. Of these, 44 were multinational companies, compared to 40 in the corresponding period last year — a 10 per cent rise. The chamber also attracted 217 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the first nine months of 2025, up 84 per cent from 118…
The final countdown has begun. Next weekend, the city is gearing up for the return of the Dubai T100 Triathlon, a four-day celebration of sport, wellness, and community, taking place 13–16 November as part of the 30×30 Dubai Fitness Challenge. From pro-level racing to family-friendly fun runs, kids’ entertainment, plus live music at the Irish Village pop-up, the Dubai T100 promises an unforgettable long weekend of fitness and feel-good energy, all set against the iconic Dubai skyline. A SPORTING SPECTACLE FOR ALL LEVELS The weekend kicks off on Thursday, 13 November, with the Duathlon Relay, a team-based format ideal for…
Dinosaurs have been spotted stomping through Dubai, and they’ve taken over Dubai Parks™ and Resorts! T-REX Glamping is officially open, unveiling the world’s first dinosaur-themed glamping retreat, a stay unlike anything else in the region.The retreat invites explorers and dinosaur enthusiasts to discover a new kind of family escape in the UAE, where luxury meets prehistoric adventure. More than just a place to stay, T-REX Glamping is an adventure that brings the prehistoric age to life.With 57 tents, each stay is based on a different prehistoric era, from Triassic Megapods to T-REX Terahavens. Guests can choose Jurassic Signature Tents with…
Saudi Arabia has granted premium residency visas to entrepreneurs as it looks to boost investment and attract business innovators. Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency Centre has announced the granting of “Entrepreneur Residency” status to more than 100 entrepreneurs representing over 20 nationalities, during the Biban Forum 2025 organised by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at) at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Centre. The move forms part of the centre’s strategy to strengthen the Kingdom’s position as a global destination for innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs, while supporting the development of Saudi Arabia’s investment and innovation ecosystem in line with…
TL;DR Although AI has made stunning advances in language, reasoning, and simulation, there is no evidence that any current system possesses subjective self‑awareness, and fundamental differences in embodiment, memory, emotion, and architecture suggest true machine consciousness remains a distant, uncertain prospect. As artificial intelligence systems continue to evolve, people increasingly wonder whether these sophisticated machines are developing a sense of self. This article examines AI self-awareness by tracing its historical roots, unpacking what self-awareness means, reviewing current AI capabilities, analyzing philosophical theories of consciousness, and exploring technical barriers, public perceptions, expert forecasts, ethical considerations, and major research initiatives. Historical Context: From…
The partnership aims to enable settlements using the Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin for Mastercard and WebBank payments. Ripple has announced that it is collaborating with Mastercard, WebBank, and Gemini to explore the use of its RLUSD stablecoin on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The initiative is designed to enable RLUSD to make blockchain-based payments between Mastercard and WebBank. Stablecoin Settlements to Go Mainstream Sherri Haymond, Mastercard’s Global Head of Digital Commercialization, said in a November 5 press release that the goal is to use its global network to help bring regulated stablecoin payments into the financial mainstream. “Guided by our…
With so much money flooding into AI startups, it’s a good time to be an AI researcher with an idea to test out. And if the idea is novel enough, it might be easier to get the resources you need as an independent company instead of inside one of the big labs. That’s the story of Inception, a startup developing diffusion-based AI models that just raised $50 million in seed funding. The round was led by Menlo Ventures, with participation from Mayfield, Innovation Endeavors, Microsoft’s M12 fund, Snowflake Ventures, Databricks Investment, and Nvidia’s venture arm NVentures. Andrew Ng and Andrej…
Global Village, the region’s favourite multicultural family destination for entertainment, shopping and dining,is turning the Main Stage into a K-pop powerhouse with K-LOUD: K-Pop Concert on Saturday, 16 November 2025 at 7 pm. The show marks the grand finale of the K-EXPO UAE Exhibition being held at the park, bringing together some of Korea’s biggest stars for an unforgettable night of music and spectacle. The concert will feature an exciting line-up of K-Pop talent, including CHEN, a powerhouse vocalist and core member of EXO who has built a popular solo career defined by flawless high notes and heartfelt ballads; PUNCH,…